How much does a sailing holiday in Turkey cost?

Sailing holiday prices in Turkey start from €134 per night. The average charter price is €1,111 per night. Starting prices by yacht type: - Gulet: from €224 per night / €1,568 per week. - Sailboat: from €134 per night / €938 per week. - Motor Yacht: from €269 per night / €1,883 per week. - Catamaran: from €283 per night / €1,981 per week. Prices vary by yacht size, travel dates, departure location and trip length.

What are the most popular destinations for sailing holidays in Turkey?

Gocek is the most popular destination for sailing holidays in Turkey. Other popular destinations include Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, Bozburun.

When is the best time for a sailing holiday in Turkey?

The seasonal guide for sailing holidays in Turkey is: - Recommended months — sweet spot: June, September. - High season: July, August. - Shoulder season: April, May, October, November. - Low season: January, February, March, December. During the sweet-spot months, air temperatures average 26.3°C and sea temperatures average 25.7°C, with 24.7 sunny days per month and winds averaging 7.7 knots.

How long is a yacht holiday in Turkey?

The average yacht holiday in Turkey lasts 4 nights. Minimum stays vary by yacht: 1-7 nights.

What is included in a yacht holiday in Turkey?

Skipper services for a yacht holiday in Turkey cost an average of €187 per day. Depending on the yacht, this fee may be included in the charter price or charged separately. Fuel, meals, marina fees, cleaning and transfers may also carry additional charges. Included services, the exact skipper fee and payment terms are shown on each yacht’s detail page.

Can I book a bareboat, skippered or crewed sailing holiday in Turkey?

Sailing holiday options in Turkey include: - Bareboat: 587 yachts available without a skipper - Skippered: 1,956 yachts available with a professional skipper - Crewed: 1,254 yachts available with a captain and crew Bareboat charters may require a valid boating licence and relevant experience. Confirm the requirements with the boat owner before booking. For skippered or crewed yacht holidays, guests generally do not need a boating licence or sailing experience.

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Sailing holidays in Turkey

A sailing holiday in Turkey lets you explore the coast without changing accommodation at each stop. On the Aegean and southwestern Mediterranean shores, the Blue Voyage tradition brings together pine-backed coves, coastal settlements and archaeological sites. Days can alternate between cruising, swimming and meals aboard; evenings might mean shared meze ashore before returning to sleep at anchor, on a mooring or in a marina.

Choose your stretch of coast

Choose Göcek and the Fethiye Gulf if you prefer short passages among islands and sheltered coves, leaving more time for swimming and relaxing aboard. Around Bodrum, holidays can explore the Gulf of Gökova, where the Blue Voyage tradition developed. Established cruises combine sheltered coves with stops such as Sedir Island and the ancient harbour of Knidos. Bodrum, Datça and the more open Aegean also bring greater exposure to summer winds: consider how much time your group wants to spend underway rather than at anchor.

Choose how you live aboard

Options on viravira.co for yacht charters in Turkey include gulets, sailing yachts, catamarans and motor yachts. Bareboat suits groups with the competence and qualifications needed to operate their chosen vessel. A skipper takes responsibility for operating the boat and helps plan the journey; a crewed arrangement adds agreed services that may include cooking and housekeeping. For your yacht holiday, compare cabin and bathroom layouts, shared living areas and accommodation for hired crew. These details shape privacy and daily comfort. Agree whether meals will be cooked by your group, prepared by crew or enjoyed ashore.

Starting prices by boat type

Starting prices on viravira.co vary by boat type: • Gulet: nightly €224 / weekly €1,568 • Sailing yacht: nightly €134 / weekly €938 • Catamaran: nightly €283 / weekly €1,981 • Motor yacht: nightly €269 / weekly €1,883

When to travel and where to arrive

The main season on the western and southern charter coasts runs from April to October. May, June, September and early October generally offer warm conditions without the fiercest summer heat. July and August are hottest, with stronger seasonal northerly winds on exposed Aegean waters, so flexibility matters when planning longer passages. Dalaman Airport serves Göcek, Fethiye and Marmaris, while Milas-Bodrum Airport serves Bodrum; allow for a road transfer to your departure base. A week is a common holiday format, while shorter stays benefit from keeping cruising distances modest.

1,978 yachts are available for overnight charter in Turkey.

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Gocek Motor Yacht 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 11 m Listing Number: #24100

Fisher, 34
2026
Gocek

4.89(31)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

4 berths
2 cabin
4 guests
11 m
2 WC

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Bodrum Gulet 3 cabin 6 berths 12 guests 15 m Listing Number: #12519

Custom Made
2003
Bodrum

4.94(42)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

6 berths
3 cabin
12 guests
15 m
1 WC

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Gocek Gulet 5 cabin 10 berths 10 guests 24 m Listing Number: #12374

Custom Made
2022
Gocek

4.72(21)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

10 berths
5 cabin
24 m
5 WC

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Gocek Gulet 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15 m Listing Number: #24891

Custom Made
2023
Gocek

4.80(22)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

8 berths
4 cabin
8 guests
15 m
4 WC

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Bodrum Gulet 2 cabin 4 berths 12 guests 12 m Listing Number: #27577

Custom Made
2013
Bodrum

4.91(7)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

4 berths
2 cabin
12 guests
12 m
2 WC

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Gocek Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 6 guests 14.2 m Listing Number: #10381

Bavaria, 46 Cruiser
2009
Gocek

4.92(39)

Skipper offered

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

4 berths
2 cabin
6 guests
14.2 m
1 WC

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Bozburun Sailboat 2 cabin 4 berths 4 guests 9.76 m Listing Number: #11225

Bavaria, 31 Cruiser
2008
Bozburun

4.77(15)

Skipper offered

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

4 berths
2 cabin
9.8 m
1 WC

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Orhaniye Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 12 guests 13.94 m Listing Number: #19083

Beneteau, Oceanis 45
2013
Orhaniye

4.81(10)

Skipper optional

Super Boat Owner

8 berths
3 cabin
12 guests
13.9 m
2 WC

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Gocek Motor Yacht 4 cabin 8 berths 10 guests 21 m Listing Number: #19055

Custom Made
1997
Gocek

4.65(13)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

8 berths
4 cabin
21 m
3 WC

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Marmaris Motor Yacht 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 16 m Listing Number: #29794

Custom Made
1999
Marmaris

4.93(11)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

6 berths
3 cabin
16 m
2 WC

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Bozburun Sailboat 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 13 m Listing Number: #20520

Beneteau, Cyclades 43.4
2007
Bozburun

4.99(21)

Skipper offered

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

8 berths
4 cabin
13 m
2 WC

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Fethiye Sailboat 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 12.4 m Listing Number: #12997

Hanse, 418
2023
Fethiye

4.93(7)

Skipper optional

Super Boat Owner

8 berths
3 cabin
12.4 m
1 WC

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Marmaris Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 12 m Listing Number: #24957

Bavaria, C38
2023
Marmaris

4.98(5)

Skipper optional

Super Boat Owner

6 berths
3 cabin
12 m
1 WC

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Ayvalik Sailboat 3 cabin 5 berths 5 guests 36 ft Listing Number: #21456

Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 36i
1983
Ayvalik

4.72(19)

Skipper offered

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

5 berths
3 cabin
5 guests
11 m
1 WC

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Marmaris Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.93 m Listing Number: #20192

Beneteau, Oceanis 37.1
2024
Marmaris

4.74(6)

Skipper optional

Super Boat Owner

6 berths
3 cabin
11.9 m
2 WC

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Fethiye Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.94 m Listing Number: #12797

Dufour, 390
2023
Fethiye

4.90(5)

Without skipper

Super Boat Owner

6 berths
3 cabin
11.9 m
3 WC

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Gocek Motor Yacht 2 cabin 4 berths 6 guests 14 m Listing Number: #12525

Rodman, 41
2001
Gocek

4.93(19)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

4 berths
2 cabin
6 guests
14 m
2 WC

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Marmaris Motor Yacht 3 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 16.5 m Listing Number: #21826

Custom Made
2012
Marmaris

4.84(4)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

8 berths
3 cabin
16.5 m
2 WC

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Fethiye Sailboat 3 cabin 6 berths 6 guests 11.95 m Listing Number: #19620

Dufour, 41
2024
Fethiye

4.94(4)

Without skipper

Super Boat Owner

6 berths
3 cabin
11.9 m
3 WC

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Fethiye Sailboat 6 cabin 11 berths 11 guests 15.55 m Listing Number: #5557

Hanse, 508
2019
Fethiye

4.75(3)

Skipper optional

Super Boat Owner

11 berths
6 cabin
15.6 m
3 WC

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Datca Motor Yacht 4 cabin 8 berths 8 guests 15 m Listing Number: #9629

Custom Made
2000
Datca

4.92(6)

Crewed

Super Boat Owner

Fuel included

8 berths
4 cabin
8 guests
15 m
2 WC

Best value yachts for sailing holiday trips in Turkey

Explore the highest rated yachts in Turkey, based on verified reviews from completed sailing holiday bookings.Discover the yachts most frequently booked by travelers planning sailing holidays in Turkey.Find yachts in Turkey offering the best balance of price, amenities and guest ratings for a multi-day yacht holiday.

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The scenery and bays visited earn regular praise, as does the collaborative approach to planning the itinerary. Skippers are often appreciated for their professional, respectful approach. Friendly crews also draw praise for being attentive and helpful. Some guests highlight owners who are easy to reach and communicate helpfully when arranging their trips.

Onboard meals often earn praise for their taste and the care taken in preparing them. The cleanliness of boats and onboard spaces is another recurring highlight. Some guests have also noted shortcomings in boat condition.

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Cormac O.17 Oct 2026

The Skipper was Yücel and first mate was Jasmin... What a fantastic duo! Looked after us so well, we wanted to take them home with us! The food was five star! They made us feel completely at home on t...

Listing owner: YücelGocek / Turkey

cevat k.14 Oct 2026

We had a very enjoyable holiday thanks to Captain Mehmet. The boat owners, Mr. Mustafa and his team, were also very helpful. We thank them all.

Listing owner: GülizarMarmaris / Turkey

AYNUR A.14 Oct 2026

The boat served us well for the week; its sailing performance was good. We were a group of seven, though six would have been more comfortable. We made active use of the galley—including the oven—witho...

Listing owner: MutluGocek / Turkey

Azize B.13 Oct 2026

We had such a good boat trip! Everything was beautifully organized, and the whole experience was relaxing and enjoyable from beginning to end. A special thank you to Mr. Samet and his lovely crew, Na...

Listing owner: SAMETGocek / Turkey

Salih S.13 Oct 2026

We really had a wonderful time; the staff were very attentive, and the food was excellent. Thank you for everything—we would definitely choose this place again. 😊

Listing owner: MahmutGocek / Turkey

Özkan E.13 Oct 2026

We were very pleased with the boat and the service; thank you.

Listing owner: BuseBodrum / Turkey

Onur E.12 Oct 2026

Five stars: an unforgettable week with Captain Sukru! Our group of six rented Sukru’s sailboat for seven days, and it was one of the best trips we’ve ever had. From the first moment, Sukru made us fe...

Listing owner: ŞükrüBozburun / Turkey

Tuna ü.12 Oct 2026

Everything was very enjoyable for us; Mr. Kemal was very polite and extremely helpful, providing information about both the boat and the region's geography. His boat was also very clean and well-maint...

Listing owner: Kemal Erdoğan Bodrum / Turkey

Ömer B.12 Oct 2026

The attentive boat owner and the friendly crew made it possible for us to have a wonderful holiday. Thank you...

Listing owner: FIRATGocek / Turkey

Kaya U.12 Oct 2026

Our captain, Mr. İbrahim, skippered the boat and took us to the best possible bays depending on the weather conditions. Ms. Ümran was in charge of the meals and prepared delicious food; she is a wonde...

Listing owner: HalilBodrum / Turkey